Why is there no "straight pride?" Gays and lesbians have the "pride." Hell, they even have their own "colors"- Where is the "straight pride?" Where are the straight people's "colors?"
2006-06-08 17:24:02 · 8 answers · asked by Josh 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
Straight pride goes on all the time 365/24/7. What have you missed?
Miss American Pageants
Miss Universe Pageants
Billboard Advertising
Television Advertising
Television love stories
Love stories in movies
Men and women holding hands in public
Weddings announcement in newpapers
Popular music
2006-06-08 17:27:50 · answer #1 · answered by My Big Bear Ron 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It comes from the fact that homosexuality is perceived as 'shameful' by much of our society, while heterosexuality is not. Despite being shunned, gays are increasingly coming forth (out of the closet?) and saying that they are not ashamed or intimidated, but in fact proud of their lifestyle and willing to deal with the consequences of announcing it... thus, 'Gay Pride'.
Because shame has never been a factor in a heterosexual society, it's a little ridiculous to proclaim that you are not intimidated by the minority and are willing to put a so-called 'accepted lifestyle' on public display. A bit redundant, don't you think?
But I suspect you pretty much know all that Josh, and are fishing for an answer from someone with a socio-political stance similar to the one you already have.
KristinB should fill the bill...
To address the comment directly below:
ES, glad you thought it was funny, but your answer is a weak non sequitur. Your 'seeking what is right' comment is exactly my point. There was no real 'question' here, just someone looking for validation for their preconceptions.
I addressed this question as to the purpose of a minority proclamation of pride vs a majority's reason for doing so (ie, it's redundant). Feel free to argue that point. I'm curious as to what YOU think is 'right' and which part of my explanation you disagree with.
Eh?
2006-06-08 18:08:55 · answer #2 · answered by nadaclue_002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anglos represent their pride. Go to the South and you see the Confed. flags or the Irish American (white) who celebrate their cultural pride. The same is with many different culturals. If you are not proud of that then that's on you. As for str8 pride it is exemplified in our society 24/7, in advertising, television, the general public. If str8 people want colors go for it!
2006-06-12 05:42:58 · answer #3 · answered by La Negra 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The last time I checked, straight people were not oppressed for being so. Sometimes minorities need to express themselves to help others understand and to feel a part of society. Straight people are not a minority.
2006-06-15 15:16:21 · answer #4 · answered by Maggie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
let them shine get over it you were not thinking about straight pride before they cam out with the gay pride you really need to get a life
2006-06-09 15:03:06 · answer #5 · answered by Child Of God 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think there is such a thing. Just like white people cant express their pride of being white because then we are automatically racist.
2006-06-08 17:28:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL! Funny answer, Nadaclue. I suppose that you attempt to discredit all of your political opponents as merely 'seeking similar people' as opposed to 'seeking what is right'.
2006-06-08 22:02:57 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
we don't have to announce that we are straight
2006-06-09 04:42:14 · answer #8 · answered by Nikki 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋